Manoeuvring thruster (bow thruster or stern thruster) is a transversal propulsion device built into, or mounted to, either the bow or stern, of a ship or boat to make it more manoeuvrable.
Bow thrusters make docking easier, since they allow the captain to turn the vessel to port or starboard side, without using the main propulsion mechanism which requires some forward motion for turning; The effectiveness of a thruster is curtailed by any forward motion due to the Coanda effect. A stern thruster is of the same principle, fitted at the stern. Large ships might have multiple bow thrusters and stern thrusters.

Market Analysis and Insights: Global Manoeuvring Thrusters Market
The global Manoeuvring Thrusters market was valued at US$ XX in 2020 and will reach US$ XX million by the end of 2027, growing at a CAGR of XX% during 2022-2027.

Global Manoeuvring Thrusters Scope and Market Size
The global Manoeuvring Thrusters market is segmented by company, region (country), by Type, and by Application. Players, stakeholders, and other participants in the global Manoeuvring Thrusters market will be able to gain the upper hand as they use the report as a powerful resource. The segmental analysis focuses on sales, revenue and forecast by region (country), by Type and by Application for the period 2016-2027.

Segment by Type
Tunnel Thrusters
Waterjet Bow Thrusters

Segment by Application
Small Boats
Medium Size Ships
Large Ships
Length: 13-35 Meters

The Manoeuvring Thrusters market is analysed and market size information is provided by regions (countries). Segment by Application, the Manoeuvring Thrusters market is segmented into North America, Europe, China, Japan, Southeast Asia, India and Other Regions.

By Company
IHI Power Systems Co.,Ltd
ABB
ZF Friedrichshafen AG
Alpatek B.V.
Masson Marine
Poseidon Propulsion BV
C.M.T
ERIS PROPELLERS
Thrustmaster of Texas
Fountom Marine
VETH PROPULSION
Fischer Panda
Hydro Armor
Rolls-Royce
Dutch Thrustleader Marine Propulsion
Wartsila Corporation
Schottel
Jastram
Hydraulic Marine Systems
Hydromaster